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Last year, the Engineering Drama Society charmed audiences with their production of Spring Awakening. (photo by Samit Chenchu)

U of T’s Engineering Drama Society returns with original production of Mean Girls

Student-led theatrical society’s musical runs from March 5 to 7 at Hart House Theatre

Dean Chris Yip

Introducing the Strategic Academic Plan: A Q & A with Dean Yip

The Strategic Academic Plan provides a blueprint for the next five years

12 people stand together smiling in a large room.

U of T Engineering and Reach Alliance join forces to advance health equity in Mexico 

The cross-sector partnership is improving access to self-sampling devices for cervical cancer screenings 

CivMin’s newest faculty member, Professor Giuliano Pretti, at the door to his new office. (photo by Phill Snel)

‘Motivation can move mountains’: Meet Professor Giuliano Pretti

“When you’re driven by something that genuinely resonates with you, something that pushes you to go the extra mile with a bigger purpose in mind, I believe you’re doing more than just studying or working; you’re growing as a human being.”

nuclear engineering

New MEng emphasis prepares graduate students for the ‘nuclear renaissance’ in Canada and around the world

More than a dozen students are already enrolled in specialized courses leading to new qualifications in nuclear engineering

Devan Morrison and Ayan Ahmed stand in front of a mural in the Myhal building.

‘A school where I could thrive’: How Blueprint attracts top students to U of T

The program offers Black high school students interested in science and technology a chance to discover the difference they can make as engineers

Two individuals speak with each other at the ISTEP event

ISTEP semiconductor industry panel highlights career opportunities for Canadian graduates

Rising demand for technology innovation is putting greater emphasis on education and upskilling for workforce development

Iron Pin director Jenn Xu (Year 3 ChemE)

U of T Engineering hosts inaugural Iron Pin ceremony

Students across all years of study will take an oath of ethics, responsibility and mentorship

Ken stands in the Bahen lobby, wearing his Skule jacket

Reimagining the Pit, honouring its legacy

Engineering Society President Ken Hilton (Year 4 CompE) reflects on what the Pit renovation means for current and future U of T Engineering students